David Thompson Secondary SchoolSocial Studies 11
1755 East 55th AvenueMr. Bausback
Vancouver, B.C. V5P 1Z7Room 107
Tel: 604-713-8278
David Thompson Summer School
Social Studies 11 Completion
Tuesday, July 5th-Friday, August 12th- 6 Weeks
8:00 AM- 11:33 AM (10:07-10:30 AM Break)
Room 107
Equipment and Material:- 3-ring binder with dividers & paper
- Writing materials (pens, paper)
- Textbook:Counterpoints: Exploring Canadian Issues
Canadian Oxford School Atlas
Evaluation:
Quizzes, Tests, Participation, Assignments 80 %Final Exam 20%
Total 100%
Goals:
Students will be able to: identify and clarify a problem, an issue, or aninquiry; gather and organize a body of informationfrom primary and secondary print and non-printsources, including electronic sources;interpret and evaluate a variety of primaryand secondary sources;assess a variety of positions on controversialissues;plan, revise, and deliver written and oralpresentationsco-operatively plan and implement a course of action that addresses the problem, issue, orinquiry initially identifiedCourse Summary:
This course primarily focuses on historical and contemporary, social, cultural, political, legal, economic, and environmental issues in Canada from 1914-present . Specifically, the course will focus on Canadian Politics and Government, Human Geography, and the Canadian History focusing on autonomy, international involvement, society, and identity in the 20th Century.
Policies and Procedures
As per DT Summer School and VSB CIE Website.
Attendance
A note from home or a physician is required for any absence, including both illness and school activities. The note must include the date and the reason for absence. If you have to be absent from a class for sports or at the request of another teacher, you must speak to me first.Two absences are allowed. More than two absences will result in removal from the course and failure.
Punctuality
Students are expected to arrive on time. If you arrive late and the door is closed, knock quietly and wait. Activities missed at the beginning of class will result in a loss of marks. If you are late several times, this will result in after school duties and will affect your participation mark and work habit evaluation.Two lates are considered as one absence. Three strikes and out policy in place! / Course Content
1. Politics and Government:The study of politics and government builds on students’ prior understanding of government structures, preparing them with the skills, knowledge, and sense of efficacy to become informed and active citizens of Canada. This study will allow students to gain understanding of their Charter rights, political philosophies and parties, elections, and how to influence public policy.
2. Autonomy and International Involvement: Canada has been shaped by significant historicalevents, both within the country and at a global level. By exploring Canada’s role in world events and examining Canada’s development as an autonomous nation, students come to understandCanada’s position and responsibilities in the international community.
3. Human Geography: Students develop understanding of the global issues that arise from the disparity in standards of living, how they affect our environment, and ourresponse to the issues.
4. Society and Identity:The 20th century has seen profound change in thesocial fabric of Canada that has made the search for a Canadian identity a vital issue for Canadians. In examining societal issues, students gain understanding of the dynamic regional, cultural, and ethnic diversity of Canadian society. By exploring these issues, students gainunderstanding of the forces that both shape and reflect the Canadian identity.
Assignments
It is your responsibility to have assignments completed on time. If absent, find out what the assignment was and hand it in the following class with a reasonable explanation.
Extra Help
Available by appointment.
Tests and Quizzes
- Notify me in advance, if you know that you will be absent for a test.
- Contact me the first day you return to school to arrange for a make-up test (only if you have a doctor’s note). Otherwise, you will receive a zero!
- Be prepared to write the exam or quiz immediately on your return to school.
- Cheating is a serious offence and will result in a score of zero, notes to your counsellor and administrator and a call home. Refer to the Student Agenda for further details.
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Course Schedule (slight adjustments may be made):
Monday, July 4th / Tuesday, July 5thHistory Chapter 1:
A Different Canada-
Notes & Lecture / Wednesday, July 6th
History Chapter 1 Quiz
History Chapter 2:
Canada and World War I- Notes & Lecture / Thursday, July 7th
History Chapter 2:
Canada and World War I- Notes & Lecture / Friday, July 8th
History Chapter 2 Quiz
History Chapter 3: Canada and the Twenties- Notes & Lecture
Monday, July 11th
History Chapter 3: Canada and the Twenties- Notes & Lecture / Tuesday, July 12th
History Chapter 3 Quiz
History Chapter 4: The Thirties: A Decade of Despair- Notes & Lecture / Wednesday, July 13th
History Chapter 4: The Thirties: A Decade of Despair- Notes & Lecture / Thursday, July 14th
History Chapter 4 Quiz
History Chapter 5: Canada and World War II- Notes & Lecture / Friday, July 15th
History Chapter 5: Canada and World War II- Notes & Lecture
Monday, July 18th
History Chapter 5 Quiz
History Chapter 6: Canada and the Post- World War World- Notes & Lecture / Tuesday, July 19th
History Chapter 6 Quiz
History Chapter 7: A Changing Society- Notes & Lecture / Wednesday, July 20th
History Chapter 7 Quiz
History Chapter 8: Canadian Identity- Notes & Lecture / Thursday, July 21st
History Chapter 8 Quiz
History Chapter 1-8 Unit Test / Friday, July 22nd
Government Chapter 9: The Structure of Canada’s Government- Notes & Lecture
Monday, July 25th
Government Chapter 9 Quiz
Government Chapter 10: The Citizen and Government- Notes & Lecture / Tuesday, July 26th
Government Chapter 10 Quiz
Government Chapter 11: Canada’s Legal System- Notes & Lecture / Wednesday, July 27th
Government Chapter 11 Quiz
Government Chapter 12: The Era of Human Rights- Notes & Lecture / Thursday, July 28th
Government Chapter 12 Quiz
Government Chapter 9-12 Unit Test / Friday, July 29th
Geography Chapter 13: Population- Notes & Lecture
Monday, August 1st
BC Day Closure / Tuesday, August 2nd
District Closure / Wednesday, August3rd
Geography Chapter 13 Quiz
Geography Chapter 14: Living Standards- Notes & Lecture / Thursday, August 4th
Geography Chapter 14 Quiz
Geography Chapter 15: Urbanization- Notes & Lecture / Friday, August 5th
Geography Chapter 15 Quiz
Geography Chapter 16: Patterns in Economic Development Notes & Lecture
Monday, August 8th
Geography Chapter 16 Quiz
Geography Chapter 17: Environment- Notes & Lecture / Tuesday, August 9th
Geography Chapter 17 Quiz
Geography Chapter 18: Looking Forward- Notes & Lecture / Wednesday August10
Geography Chapter 18 Quiz
Geography Chapter 13-18 Unit Test / Thursday, August11th
Final Exam Review / Friday, August 12th
Class Final Chapter 1-18
Goodbyes!